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Appointing Department Web Address: Job Location: Seattle - Other Posting Date: 11/12/2024 Salary: $33.30 - $35.50 per hour Other Compensation: Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website. KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio is Seattle’s NPR news station. We are an independent, nonprofit news organization producing award-winning journalism, podcasts and events in service to the 3.9 million people in our coverage area. As a self-sustaining service of the University of Washington, our mission is to create and serve a more informed public with a vision to broaden conversations and deepen understanding. We are committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, dismantling racial inequities, and amplifying underrepresented voices in our community. KUOW has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary On-Call Producer. This role serves as fill-in producer for KUOW’s variety of on-demand and broadcast shows. Duties include booking, writing, pre-interviewing, audio production, scheduling, and participating in story meetings. This is a Limited-Term, Hourly position and hours will vary. Must be able to work a varied schedule when required, including some evenings and weekends. JOB SUCCESS SUMMARY A successful Fill in Producer will thrive in a fast-paced, constantly-changing environment, have outstanding communication. This position will be a flexible role to support multiple shows and will be trained on their show’s individual needs. Maintaining positive relationships internally within the different teams, managing time allocation, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively between groups is imperative to this position. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Produce for KUOW’s digital and broadcast shows (60%) Work closely with different show leads and teams to support show production. Mix and upload audio files. Create original journalism (30%) Pitch and produce original stories for broadcast and podcast shows. Create field recordings and conduct interviews. Write and update stories for online audience. Book guests, provide background research. Other duties as assigned (10%) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITY RACIAL EQUITY Commitment to anti-racism. Demonstrate the initiative to learn and enhance skills that promote anti-racism, cultural competency and an understanding of oppression and its impact. Participate in intentional learning efforts, including events relating to understanding and dismantling institutional racism and building cultural competency. Ensure BIPOC people are present as decision-makers on every team. Actively contribute to a workplace culture of anti-racism, belonging, and inclusion that is supportive and welcoming to all. SUCCESS PROFILE Knowledge of: Full cycle reporting and journalistic ethics and current tools of the trade, while centering anti-racist practices. Strong writing, editing, and production for broadcast and digital. Sound design and audio storytelling. The mission of public radio journalism and a deep commitment to it. Ability to: Work independently and as part of a team. Remain flexible and work across different teams and systems. Prioritize effectively and make real-time decisions in a fast-paced, quickly-changing environment. Maintain consistent detail-orientation, time management, and a high level of organization. Communicate proactively and effectively with a range of individuals, engage in courageous conversations, maintain trust and respect in challenging situations. Work independently under deadline pressure. Innovate, think critically, be creative, earn trust, center racial equity in everyday work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Two years of professional audio journalism experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements. Demonstrated commitment and accountability to Diversity and leadership with a racial equity and DEIABJ lens. Working Conditions Duties may occasionally require evening and weekend work when necessary to meet critical deadlines, especially during election cycles. Ability to travel when necessary to meet with sources and to attend station events. Cubicle/Open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions. Position is suitable/eligible for Hybrid/Occasional Telework. KUOW Equal Employment Opportunity Statement At KUOW, we believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving the communities where we work and live. We are dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in an anti-racist, multicultural environment that promotes racial equity and inclusivity. Women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), veterans and individuals with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. KUOW staff are employees of the University of Washington. The University of Washington and KUOW are committed to full and positive compliance with all applicable federal, state, and University of Washington laws and policies regarding discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. To apply please visit the University of Washington Human Resources website. #J-18808-Ljbffr KUOW News and Information

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